Through civil and criminal investigative and enforcement authority, advocacy, and outreach to the public, America’s attorneys general are working individually and collaboratively to address the numerous and complicated issues that cyberspace and emerging technologies pose to individuals and society at-large. 

Areas of Interest

Attorneys General have criminal and civil jurisdiction in several areas related to cyber and emerging technologies.

The articles below explore just a few of the many areas of interest to Attorneys General.

Cyber and Technology Hub

NAAG members can join the member-only hub that provides information, updates, and materials related to cybercrime, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Content will be regularly updated, and members are encouraged to share relevant resources.

Attorney general staff must have a verified NAAG.org account to register for access to this hub. For questions about your NAAG account, please email support@naag.org.

Policy Letters

  • Consumer Protection
  • Technology

50 State and Territory Attorneys General Urge DOJ Action on Illegal Offshore Gambling

This letter urges the Department of Justice to prioritize enforcement efforts targeting unlawful online sports betting and gaming platforms that operate outside the bounds of U.S. law.

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  • Consumer Protection
  • Technology

Bipartisan Coalition Urges Meta to Take Action Against Investment Scam Ads

The attorneys general called on Meta to enhance its advertiser vetting processes and increase human oversight of investment-related ads.

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  • Technology

Bipartisan coalition of attorneys general call for Congress to require surgeon general warning on social media platforms

The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) sent a letter to Congress calling on lawmakers to pass legislation requiring a U.S. surgeon general warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms. The letter comes amidst growing scrutiny of social media companies for their role in generational harm to young people’s mental health.

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